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Contents
- The climate of Komotini
- The best time to visit Komotini
- The worst time to visit Komotini
- Weather in February
- Weather in March
- Weather in April
- Weather in May
- Weather in June
- Weather in July
- Weather in August
- Weather in September
- Weather in October
- Weather in November
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature
- Average pressure
- Average wind speed
- Average humidity
- Average rainfall
- Average rainfall days
- Average snowfall
- Average snowfall days
- Average daylight
- Average sunshine
- Average sunshine days
- Average UV index
- Average cloud cover
- Average visibility
Climate and monthly weather forecast
The climate of Komotini
Komotini, located in the region of Greece, is characterized by a Mediterranean climate, precisely a hot summer Mediterranean climate, with a Köppen climate classification of Csa. Over the course of the year, residents and guests of Komotini can expect a substantial degree of variation in its weather elements.
Reviewing the weather parameters, annual temperatures typically range from a low of 1.7°C (35.1°F) in January to a high of 31.7°C (89.1°F) in August, with a hint of rainfall peaking at 77mm (3.03") in January and hitting its minimum at 8mm (0.31") in August. The place is least snowy in April to October with no snowfall recorded in these months, while the most snowy period is January and February with 12mm (0.47") of snow, respectively. The daylight duration fluctuates from a low of 9.3 hours in December to the highest at 15.1 hours in June. Sunshine hours are fairly consistent throughout the year, barely exceeding 12 hours during peak summer and rarely going below 5.7 hours during winter.
Unusual weather conditions can be observed in certain instances. August, for instance, stands out as the hottest month with temperatures climbing up to 31.7°C (89.1°F) and it's also the driest month featuring the least rainfall. Conversely, January presents the wettest condition with 77mm (3.03") rainfall as well as 12mm (0.47") snowfall in a month's span.
Reviewing the weather parameters, annual temperatures typically range from a low of 1.7°C (35.1°F) in January to a high of 31.7°C (89.1°F) in August, with a hint of rainfall peaking at 77mm (3.03") in January and hitting its minimum at 8mm (0.31") in August. The place is least snowy in April to October with no snowfall recorded in these months, while the most snowy period is January and February with 12mm (0.47") of snow, respectively. The daylight duration fluctuates from a low of 9.3 hours in December to the highest at 15.1 hours in June. Sunshine hours are fairly consistent throughout the year, barely exceeding 12 hours during peak summer and rarely going below 5.7 hours during winter.
Unusual weather conditions can be observed in certain instances. August, for instance, stands out as the hottest month with temperatures climbing up to 31.7°C (89.1°F) and it's also the driest month featuring the least rainfall. Conversely, January presents the wettest condition with 77mm (3.03") rainfall as well as 12mm (0.47") snowfall in a month's span.
The best time to visit Komotini
Planning a visit to Komotini? July and August, with their warm temperatures which rise to 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 31.7°C (89.1°F) respectively, combined with a low rainfall of 16mm (0.63") and 8mm (0.31"), make these months a prime time for tourists. Moreover, visitors can relish in the long daylight hours, lasting for approximately 14.8 and 13.8 hours respectively, providing ample time for sightseeing and cultural exploration.
The worst time to visit Komotini
While each season has its unique charm, the months of January and February might be less appealing to those not fond of wet and cold weather. These winter months witness low temperatures, 1.7°C (35.1°F) and 3.2°C (37.8°F) respectively, alongside the highest rainfall of precipitation. January through March and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January through March, with an average 12mm (0.47") of accumulated snow. In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 16:59. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 17:32 EET. The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine. The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 16:59. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 17:32 EET. The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine. The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Weather in February
February in Komotini experiences a slight increase in the average high and low temperatures, reaching 9.5°C (49.1°F) and 3.2°C (37.8°F) respectively. The month enjoys an increase in daylight hours and is also slightly drier when compared to January. Weather in February »
Weather in March
The weather in March signifies the commencement of spring in Komotini. Notable is the surge in temperatures, with highs averaging around 13.1°C (55.6°F). This month experiences a decrease in relative humidity, which, in conjunction with the warm temperatures, enhances the overall comfort levels. Weather in March »
Weather in April
Komotini's climate in April takes a definitive turn towards warmth, with visible growth in the city's natural amicability. Average high temperatures are recorded to be around 17.3°C (63.1°F), making it significantly warmer than March. Weather in April »
Weather in May
May in Komotini, Greece, showcases summer's onset, with average high temperatures peaking at about 22.8°C (73°F). The city's weather during this month is characterized by a significant increase in warmth, longer daylight hours, and an appreciable rise in the amount of sunshine received. Weather in May »
Weather in June
Summer is in full swing in Komotini by June, exhibiting some of the highest average temperatures of the year. One distinguishing factor of Komotini weather in June is the remarkable rise in the daily sun hours, reaching around 15.1 hours. Weather in June »
Weather in July
July is the hottest month in Komotini, with the temperatures soaring as high as 30.8°C (87.4°F). This balmy weather coincides with the least amount of rainfall the city sees all year, making it an optimum time for tourists aiming for an uninterrupted beach season. Weather in July »
Weather in August
August's weather continues July's hot trend, with this month recording the year's highest average minimum temperatures of 19.8°C (67.6°F) in Komotini, Greece. However, there's a slight drop in maximum temperatures, bringing some relief to sunbathers. Weather in August »
Weather in September
The beginning of autumn is heralded in Komotini come September, evident in the drop of high temperatures to an average of 26.1°C (79°F). Despite the thermal decline, September still offers plenty of sunshine and warmth, conducive to outside activities. Weather in September »
Weather in October
October embraces the heart of fall, with a notable decrease in average temperatures compared to September, to round the 19.5°C (67.1°F) mark. This period in Komotini's weather charts illustrates a balanced blend of sunny warmth and delightful chill. Weather in October »
Weather in November
Mildness is a defining feature of Komotini's November climate, with average high temperatures decreasing to around 14.9°C (58.8°F). November witnesses a rise in rainfall, cloud cover, and the resurgence of relative humidity levels. Weather in November »
Weather in December
The final chapter in Komotini's annual weather story displays winter's arrival, slashing average high temperatures to 9.6°C (49.3°F). This twelfth month tends towards a markedly cooler, quieter, and rainier climate, with some snowfall happening on an average scale of 5mm (0.2"). Weather in December »
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
What month is the coldest in Komotini?
January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 7.7°C (45.9°F) and as low as 1.7°C (35.1°F).
What is the most humid month?
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.
What is the wettest month?
January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 77mm (3.03") of precipitation.
How much does it rain?
In Komotini, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.2 days and collects up to 480mm (18.9") of precipitation.
When does it snow?
Months with snowfall are January through March and December.
When does it snow the most?
The months with the most snowfall are January through March, with an average 12mm (0.47") of accumulated snow.
How much does it snow?
In Komotini, Greece, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.
When is the lowest UV index?
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
When it does not snow in Komotini?
April through November are months without snowfall.
When are the longest days in Komotini?
The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 15h and 6min of daylight.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What are the warmest months?
August, recognised by an average high temperature of 31.7°C (89.1°F) and a low of 19.8°C (67.6°F), is Komotini's warmest month.
What is the least humid month?
The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 49%.
What is the driest month?
August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.9 days and accumulates 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.
What month has the most sunshine?
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 12h of sunshine.
When is Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 04:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. The next Daylight Saving Time starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 03:00, and the time zone reverts from EET to EEST.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
Average temperature
Komotini, Greece
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.7°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.7°C).
Average pressure
Komotini, Greece
- Average pressure in January:
1018.1mbar - Average pressure in February:
1016.7mbar - Average pressure in March:
1015.7mbar - Average pressure in April:
1014.8mbar - Average pressure in May:
1013.2mbar - Average pressure in June:
1012.6mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1012.1mbar - Average pressure in August:
1013.6mbar - Average pressure in September:
1015.5mbar - Average pressure in October:
1018.2mbar - Average pressure in November:
1018.7mbar - Average pressure in December:
1019.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.1mbar).
Average wind speed
Komotini, Greece
- Average wind speed in January:
11.8km/h - Average wind speed in February:
12.6km/h - Average wind speed in March:
11.5km/h - Average wind speed in April:
10.5km/h - Average wind speed in May:
9.9km/h - Average wind speed in June:
9.7km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
10.1km/h - Average wind speed in August:
12.2km/h - Average wind speed in September:
11.3km/h - Average wind speed in October:
10.8km/h - Average wind speed in November:
10.9km/h - Average wind speed in December:
11.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (9.7km/h).
Average humidity
Komotini, Greece
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).
Average rainfall
Komotini, Greece
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (77mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (8mm).
Average rainfall days
Komotini, Greece
- Average rainfall days in January:
11.8 days - Average rainfall days in February:
10.8 days - Average rainfall days in March:
14.7 days - Average rainfall days in April:
12.6 days - Average rainfall days in May:
12.6 days - Average rainfall days in June:
13 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
7.3 days - Average rainfall days in August:
3.9 days - Average rainfall days in September:
7.5 days - Average rainfall days in October:
9.3 days - Average rainfall days in November:
9.9 days - Average rainfall days in December:
11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.9 days).
Average snowfall
Komotini, Greece
The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and March (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days
Komotini, Greece
- Average snowfall days in January:
2.4 days - Average snowfall days in February:
1.3 days - Average snowfall days in March:
0.6 days - Average snowfall days in April:
0 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
0 days - Average snowfall days in November:
0.1 days - Average snowfall days in December:
0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Komotini, Greece
- Average daylight in January:
9h and 4min - Average daylight in February:
10h and 4min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 2min - Average daylight in May:
14h and 3min - Average daylight in June:
15h and 1min
- Average daylight in July:
14h and 5min - Average daylight in August:
13h and 5min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 3min - Average daylight in October:
11h and 1min - Average daylight in November:
9h and 5min - Average daylight in December:
9h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in January:
5h and 4min - Average sunshine in February:
6h and 1min - Average sunshine in March:
7h and 5min - Average sunshine in April:
10h and 1min - Average sunshine in May:
11h and 1min - Average sunshine in June:
11h and 4min
- Average sunshine in July:
11h and 5min - Average sunshine in August:
12h and 0min - Average sunshine in September:
10h and 4min - Average sunshine in October:
6h and 5min - Average sunshine in November:
6h and 2min - Average sunshine in December:
5h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days
Komotini, Greece
- Average sunshine days in January:
16.8 days - Average sunshine days in February:
15.4 days - Average sunshine days in March:
13.5 days - Average sunshine days in April:
14.5 days - Average sunshine days in May:
14.3 days - Average sunshine days in June:
14 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
20.8 days - Average sunshine days in August:
25.3 days - Average sunshine days in September:
20.5 days - Average sunshine days in October:
20.3 days - Average sunshine days in November:
18.6 days - Average sunshine days in December:
17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.5 days).
Average UV index
Komotini, Greece
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover
Komotini, Greece
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility
Komotini, Greece
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and November (9km).
